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Alfa Romeo 156 SW 1.6 T.Spark Impression

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 SW 1.6 T.Spark Impression
Year2003
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power120.00 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 75.6 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0896 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space360 litres (95 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (492.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
Service interval20,000 km
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